Meet Norma Jean, a little kangaroo who just cannot keep her feet on the ground. She loves to bounce, hop, and leap more than anything else in the world. But when her constant jumping starts causing messy accidents and frustrating her best friends, Norma Jean feels terrible. To make everyone happy, she decides to stop jumping altogether. Life without bouncing is incredibly dull for a spirited kangaroo. She stays completely still, but she is miserable hiding her true talents. It is not until the school's big field-day games arrive that Norma Jean realizes her special skills might actually be exactly what her team needs to win. This charming and funny story celebrates being yourself and finding the right time to let your unique talents shine. Perfect for beginning readers, you will be cheering for Norma Jean as she finally takes the ultimate leap.